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Hi Dubai
20-05-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Dubai Industrial City Records Strong Growth and Attracts Major Investments in Early 2025
Dubai Industrial City is off to a strong start in 2025, recording robust growth indicators and attracting a wave of new investments across key sectors, according to Saud Abu Alshawareb, Executive Vice President – Industrial at TECOM Group PJSC. Alshawareb highlighted a more than 10% rise in the number of operating companies in 2024, bringing the total to over 1,100. The number of factories entering production also grew by over 16%, crossing 350 by year-end. These figures, he said, point to Dubai's rising stature as a preferred destination for industrial investment. One of the standout sectors has been food and beverage, with Dubai Industrial City drawing over AED350 million in investments in 2024 alone. Alshawareb said this underscores the city's role as a strategic hub meeting increasing local and regional demand. New investments are also targeting infrastructure upgrades, including power stations, expanded workers' accommodations, and new industrial plots. Alshawareb revealed that several key initiatives in these areas will be announced soon. He reaffirmed Dubai Industrial City's commitment to supporting the UAE's broader industrial strategy by offering an integrated, sustainable business environment that boosts the sector's GDP contribution. The momentum seen in early 2025, Alshawareb noted, sets the stage for an exceptional year ahead for the city's industrial growth and investment appeal. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Zawya
20-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Significant growth recorded by Dubai Industrial City since 2024
ABU DHABI: Saud Abu Alshawareb is the Executive Vice President – Industrial at TECOM Group PJSC, stated that the positive indicators achieved by Dubai Industrial City during the early months of 2025 signal an exceptional year ahead in terms of growth and attracting more investors to the industrial sector. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of the 'Make it in the Emirates', he added that Dubai Industrial City recorded strong growth indicators since the beginning of 2024. The number of operating companies increased by more than 10%, surpassing 1,100 companies by the end of the year. Additionally, the number of factories entering production rose by more than 16%, exceeding 350 factories, reflecting the emirate's appeal as a prime destination for industrial investments and contributing to the increase in the industrial gross domestic product (GDP). Regarding the food and beverage sector, he noted that the city announced at the beginning of the year that it attracted investments exceeding AED350 million during 2024 alone. This highlights its status as a vital hub for this strategic sector, which is experiencing growing demand both locally and regionally. As for the direction of new investments, he explained that the city is currently witnessing a diverse flow of investments that include infrastructure development, construction of power stations, expansion of workers' accommodations, and the offering of new industrial plots. He pointed out that distinctive initiatives in this area will be announced soon. He emphasised Dubai Industrial City's commitment to supporting the UAE's efforts in localising industry by providing an integrated and sustainable business environment that enhances the industrial sector's contribution to the country's GDP.
Emirates Woman
28-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Emirates Woman
The best things to do in the UAE this April
Life by Alice Holtham-Pargin 5 hours ago It's April in the UAE, which means a beach pop-up foodies will love, some major music events, a timeless musical and some renowned art exhibitions. Here are 10 brilliant new things to do in Dubai and Abu Dhabi in April 2025. Until April 13: Beach Canteen e& Beach Canteen lands at Nessnass Beach in Dubai from March 27 until April 13. This Instagrammable seaside pop-up is a foodies haven, featuring street food favourites and renowned international brands. Open daily from 4pm to 12am, the free-to-attend event will see TikTok sensation Brooki arrive in Dubai for the first time, as well as London's viral churros brand, The Knot. Local brands including ChaCha Matcha and Humm Crumbs will also add to the culinary line-up. Catering to all tastes, this community event also promises non-stop live performances at the e& stage, fireworks on the first night of Eid, plus arcade games and a family pavilion with soft play and arts and crafts. @beachcanteenofficial April 5: Dubai World Cup Don your most fabulous fashion fits and get ready for a day at the races as Dubai World Cup returns to Meydan on Saturday April 5. Yes, the nine-race card – the final race day of the season – might be the main event, this equine extravaganza is as much about fashion as it is sports. There are a variety of packages on offer, with access to the vibrant Apron Views the most popular option for AED350, as well as several hospitality packages, including a brunch package in the Bubble Lounge for AED849. April 7: Dine at the hands of culinary masters at Jumeirah Burj Al Arab Three star culinary talents are teaming up for a six hands dinner at the iconic Burj Al Arab on November 7. For one night only, One Michelin Star Al Muntaha will welcome Row on 45's Chef Jason Atherton and Tresind Studio's Chef Himanshu Saini to join Chef Saverio Sbaragli for an extraordinary evening of culinary stardom. Set 200 metres above sea level, Al Muntaha provides a refined backdrop for the nine-course tasting menu, where each chef will present three signature dishes that showcase their talents. It's AED1,600 or AED2,800 with optional wine pairing. April 10 to 20: Les Miserables at Etihad Arena Multi-award-winning musical Les Miserables will head to Yas Island's Etihad Arena for a 10-date run from April 10. The Arena Spectacular features a cast and orchestra of over 65 people, who will present Victor Hugo's enthralling tale of broken dreams and unrequited love in this timeless showcase. Tickets start from AED130. April 12: Enjoy a night out Ibiza style as Ants takes over Ushuaia Dubai Harbour Experience Since October, Ushuaia Dubai Harbour Experience has been bringing a taste of Ibiza to Dubai Harbour with headline sets from Calvin Haris, Adriatique and Black Coffee. And on April 12 the party continues as the globally renowned electronic music brand Ants returns to Dubai for the first time since 2018. Bringing with it a huge headline line-up of Marco Carola, Andrea Oliva and Calussa, it's set to be a big night of cutting-edge house and techno with some seriously sensational visuals. Tickets start from AED200. April 13 to 20: Get creatively inspired at the return of Alserkal Art Week Alserkal Art Week returns to our favourite creative hub in Dubai for 10-days of exhibitions, talks and installations this April. The whole district will come alive under the theme A Wild Stitch. H ighlights include Vanishing Points, a major exhibition by Imran Qureshi at Concrete; a new public art commission curated by Fatoş Üstek under Between a Beach and Slope , designed to challenge the notion of belonging; and 15 new gallery exhibitions. April 14 to 16: Check out a legion of fashion talent at Abu Dhabi Modest Fashion Week Discover celebrated designers and mingle with influential figures in the global modest fashion space at The St Regis Saadiyat Island during the 10th edition of Modest Fashion Week. Featuring a line-up of over 30 designers from more than 15 countries, styles will cover everything from modest wear essentials to dazzling evening wear from designers including Saudi-born Leen, the Australian label Ashaalia, and made-in-the-UAE Rabail Riaz, known for its handmade accessories. It's invitation only, but you can get on the guest list here. April 18 to 20: Sing-along at a music festival in Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi's three-day music festival Club Social returns from April 18 to 20, bringing together some huge A-Listers for a weekend of music, art and dancing at Etihad Park. On Friday April 18, rockers Snow Patrol will bring hits like Chasing Cars and Just Say Yes to the UAE capital, performing alongside the guys behind She Moves In Her Own Way , The Kooks. On Saturday, we'll be singing and dancing along to the addictive tunes of Usher, and then on Sunday, Raye and London Grammar close the show. Tickets start from AED295. April 18 to 20: Discover works from over 120 global galleries at Art Dubai View this post on Instagram A post shared by Art Dubai (@artdubai) The 2025 edition of Art Dubai will bring together regional art aficionados for three days from April 18 to 20 at Madinat Jumeirah. A beacon of celebration of art in all its forms from around the Middle East, Central and South Asia and Africa, this year's edition is themed around 20th Century modern masters who have had a lasting impact on global culture. This year, there will be more than 120 galleries from over 40 countries, plus talks, events and live performances. Tickets start from AED100. @artdubai April 26: Round out the month at a new music festival headlined by Ed Sheeran View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ed Sheeran (@teddysphotos) OFFLIMITS is the name of Abu Dhabi's exciting new one-day music festival, bringing some of the biggest names in pop music to Etihad Park. Created by Theory Eleven, one of the biggest pop stars on the planet – Ed Sheeran – will be Thinking Out Loud as he performs a two-hour set of his most iconic songs in the UAE capital. Also on the bill, Stop and Stare hitmakers One Republic; the rockers behind I Predict A Riot , Kaiser Chiefs; and 1990s dance music favourites, Faithless. Tickets start f rom AED495.
Emirates Woman
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Emirates Woman
Plan your social calendar around these unmissable UAE events
Life by Alice Holtham-Pargin 2 hours ago If you're spending April and May in the UAE, there are some huge events to fill your social calendar with. From a high-fashion horse race to some of the most iconic names on the DJ circuit, we've planned out your next few weeks of fun. These are the tickets to book now for the big gigs, festivals, events and performances coming to the UAE in April and May. April 5: Dubai World Cup Don your most fabulous fashion fits and get ready for a day at the races as Dubai World Cup returns to Meydan on Saturday April 5. Yes, the nine-race card – the final race day of the season – might be the main event, this equine extravaganza is as much about fashion as it is sports. There are a variety of packages on offer, with access to the vibrant Apron Views the most popular option for AED350, as well as several hospitality packages, including a brunch package in the Bubble Lounge for AED849. From AED350. Get your tickets April 5: Adriatique at Terra Solis View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adriatique (@adriatique) Some 14,000 revellers showed up when Adriatique headlined at Ushuaia Dubai Harbour at the end of last year – so it's welcome news that they're set to return this April. The Swiss musical maestro's Adrian Shala and Adrian Schweizer, who have become a global name thanks to their incredible live shows of high-energy sound and cutting-edge visuals, will bring a next-level digital show to the desert stage of Terra Solis on April 5. From AED250. Get your tickets April 10 to 20: Les Miserables at Etihad Arena A slightly different tempo to much of the musical mastery we're looking forward to in Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the coming weeks is Les Miserables. The renowned musical will head to Yas Island's Etihad Arena for a 10-date run from April 10. The Arena Spectacular features a cast and orchestra of over 65 people, who will present Victor Hugo's enthralling tale of broken dreams and unrequited love in this timeless showcase. From AED130. Get your tickets April 12: Ants x Ushuaia Dubai Harbour Experience Since October, Ushuaia Dubai Harbour Experience has been bringing a taste of Ibiza to Dubai Harbour with headline sets from Calvin Haris, Adriatique and Black Coffee. And on April 12 the party continues as the globally renowned electronic music brand Ants returns to Dubai for the first time since 2018. Bringing with it a huge headline line-up of Marco Carola, Andrea Oliva and Calussa, it's set to be a big night of cutting-edge house and techno with some seriously sensational visuals. From AED200. Get your tickets April 12: The Script Live Irish pub McGettigan's belated St Patrick's Day party will be suitably headlined by Irish rock band, The Script, at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre on April 12. The all-day music festival will begin from midday, with local musicians, food trucks and pop-up bars taking over the amphitheatre for a day of fun in the sun. After sunset, the Coronas will take to the stage before Danny O'Donoghue's bring tunes including Man Who Can't Be Moved and Breakeven to the city. From AED249. Get your tickets April 18 to 20: Usher, Snow Patrol, The Kooks, Raye and London Grammar at Etihad Park View this post on Instagram A post shared by Usher (@usher) Abu Dhabi's three-day music festival Club Social returns from April 18 to 20, bringing together some huge A-Listers for a weekend of music, art and dancing at Etihad Park. On Friday April 18, rockers Snow Patrol will bring hits like Chasing Cars and Just Say Yes to the UAE capital, performing alongside the guys behind She Moves In Her Own Way , The Kooks. On Saturday, we'll be singing and dancing along to the addictive tunes of Usher, and then on Sunday, Raye and London Grammar close the show. From AED295. Get your tickets April 26: Ed Sheeran, One Republic and Kaiser Chiefs at Etihad Park View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ed Sheeran (@teddysphotos) OFFLIMITS is the name of Abu Dhabi's exciting new one-day music festival, bringing some of the biggest names in pop music to Etihad Park. Created by Theory Eleven, one of the biggest pop stars on the planet – Ed Sheeran – will be Thinking Out Loud as he performs a two-hour set of his most iconic songs in the UAE capital. Also on the bill, Stop and Stare hitmakers One Republic; the rockers behind I Predict A Riot , Kaiser Chiefs; and 1990s dance music favourites, Faithless. From AED495. Get your tickets May 2: Kevin Hart at Etihad Arena View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kevin Hart (@kevinhart4real) A frequent face on the UAE's comedy circuit, actor and comedian Kevin Hart returns to Abu Dhabi's Etihad Arena on May 2. This time around, the Grammy and Emmy-nominated funnyman promises endless laughs with his new material, Acting My Age. He's one of a huge number of headliners of Abu Dhabi Comedy Season, running from the end of April until June, which will also see Michael McIntyre, Pete Davidson and Trevor Noah perform. From AED295. Get your tickets May 3: Rampa at Playa Pacha View this post on Instagram A post shared by Keinemusik (@keinemusikcrue) The Balearic beach club at FIVE LUXE plays host to some of the world's biggest DJs as part of its Pacha ICONS music series. After Ramadan, it returns with a bang, with Black Coffee headlining on April 3, Camelphat on April 11, and Rampa – one third of need-no-introduction Keinemusik – will perform on May 3. From AED300. Get your tickets May 17: Elrow at Expo City The annual Elrow extravaganza returns to Dubai for an unmissable season closing. This time it's taking place at Expo City, but you can expect all of the usual high-octane fun this Ibiza-born event is known and loved for. This year's stage is the 'Rowlympic Games' bringing the grandeur of Roman architecture as a backdrop to confetti cannons, high-spec production, and a DJ set list that includes Bora Uzer, Ilario Alicante and Patrick Topping. From AED200. Get your tickets May 30: Kygo at Coca-Cola Arena View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kygo (@kygomusic) The megastar DJ behind hits like Firestone and Higher Love sees out the season with a huge gig at City Walk's Coca-Cola Arena. A pioneer in the tropical house music scene, he's collaborated with the likes of Ed Sheeran, Coldplay and Selena Gomez, and will bring some of his biggest tracks from his twelve year career – as well as fresh sound from his latest album, KYGO to the live show. From AED395. Get your tickets – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram Images: Instagram
Zawya
18-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Dubai Industrial City attracts over $95.3mln F&B investments in 2024
Dubai Industrial City attracted more than AED350 million in investments from the food and beverage (F&B) sector in 2024, the region's leading industrial and logistics ecosystem announced on the side-lines of Gulfood, taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre until 21st February. Reflecting the regional sector's growth, Dubai Industrial City, one of TECOM Group PJSC's 10 business districts, attracted more than 25 F&B customers leasing 1.7 million of high-quality industrial spaces in 2024, reaffirming business confidence in Dubai's position as a hub for innovation and market expansion. "Localised manufacturing is essential to drive socioeconomic prosperity through the F&B sector," said Saud Abu Alshawareb, Executive Vice President of Industrial at TECOM Group, on behalf of Dubai Industrial City. He added, "We must nurture holistic value chains to underpin the sustainable growth and long-term security of our food stock, in line with the long-term goals of the UAE's National Food Security Strategy 2051." Notable F&B investments at Dubai Industrial City last year included Silver Line Gate Group's (SLG Group) integrated hub to produce more than 100,000 tonnes of dairy products, including milk products and butter, each year. SLG Group has commenced construction on the manufacturing, warehouse, and corporate office facility that will open this year. Pure Ice Cream, the manufacturer of brands such as Kwality Ice Creams and Hershey's Ice Cream, also signed a musataha agreement in 2024 to launch a production facility at Dubai Industrial City. The facility will be among the UAE's largest ice cream factories upon launch in 2026, increasing Pure Ice Cream's annual capacity by 300 percent. Dubai Industrial City is located close to Al Maktoum International Airport, Jebel Ali Port, an Etihad Rail freight terminal, and key regional roadways. The city hosts more than 1,100 local, regional, and international manufacturing champions and over 350 operational factories. Together, this community of manufacturing giants produces over 70 megawatts in clean energy each year, with the district's environmental contributions further benefitting from Dubai Industrial City's memorandum of understanding with global technology company Siemens. Signed during Dubai Industrial City's 20th anniversary celebrations in 2024, the agreement seeks to nurture industrial efficiencies to enable long-term sustainable development.
